How to exfoliate the scalp –

To have strong, shiny and healthy hair, the scalp is the main key. Of course, taking care of the hair strands with hydration, nutrition, moistening is important, but by keeping the scalp in shape, you can create an ideal environment for healthy hair growth.

You’ve probably heard about the benefits of exfoliating your face, but this care can benefit much more than your skin. “Capillary exfoliation has the same purpose as the exfoliation we do on the skin, that is, it has the function of cleaning dead cells, residues such as oiliness and dandruff. It also helps to remove residues from styling creams, curl activators and the dye itself that lodges in the scalp. With a clean scalp, the absorption of nutrients will be much better”, he says. José Roberto Fraga Filho, dermatologist.

WHO CAN EXFOLIATE HAIR SCALP?

Maria Eduarda Pires, dermatologist, explains that this type of care is indicated mainly for those who have the most oily scalp or for those who use a lot of cosmetics on their hair. Those who have sensitive skin or some form of dermatitis on their skin need to be extra careful, as the frequent practice of capillary exfoliation ends up removing the hydrolipidic mantle and leaves the area susceptible to the action of external agents that can cause allergies.

HOW TO EXFOLIATE SCALP

The way you exfoliate actually depends on the type of scalp. “If you have one leather sensitive scalp, irritant dermatitis or psoriasis (it is a disease that will get worse due to the Kebner phenomenon) should not be done” he says Meire Gonzaga, dermatologist.

“Before carrying out the procedure, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist to prescribe the best product to be used. The recommendation for those with normal skin and scalp is to bet on hair exfoliation at least once a week. The application must be done during the shower, before using the shampoo and with circular movements” says Maria Eduarda Pires.

Also known as hair peeling, the exfoliation technique favors hair growth and the flow of nutrients. For those who have dry skin, it is recommended to perform the procedure every 15 days. “The process is simple: apply the hair scrub indicated for your hair type, massage the scalp with circular movements and let it act for a few minutes. Finally, apply the shampoo and conditioner according to the needs of your hair and the hair care routine recommended by your dermatologist” explains Maria.

A hair scrub for those with oily skin and scalp, it can be done at home or in a beauty salon using a specific product for hair care. The application must be carried out before the shampoo and with circular and smooth movements with the tips of the fingers. “But, be careful, it is important to avoid using this friction in the length of the threads. Let the product act and rinse. Then finish washing as usual. The indicated frequency of this procedure is twice a week” concludes the dermatologist.